Safe Food Prep Dos & Don’ts

Proper food preparation is always important, but it’s especially critical in the summer when warm temperatures inside and out can turn the ingredients for a barbecue into a breeding ground for harmful bacteria.

Don’t let food poisoning ruin your party—follow these tips before you get cooking:

DON’T thaw food at room temperature. Germs and bacteria that can cause food poisoning thrive as the temperature of food increases.